1997 Suzuki GSX-R600 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GSX-R600 years
- Not enough data 10th of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600. That ranks 10th out of 17 GSX-R600 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is steering (1 complaints, 100%). Complaints mention 1 crash. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 100% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
1997 Suzuki GSX-R600 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The gasket between the fuel tank and the fuel pump mounting plate can lose its ability to provide a tight seal, allowing fuel to drip from the gasket.
Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a redesigned fuel pump gasket on these motorcycles.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
When driving over a bump the steering started shaking. Owner lost control of vehicle, resulting in an accident. Please provide details. *ak
Other Suzuki GSX-R600 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 GSX-R600 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 GSX-R600 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 GSX-R600 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 GSX-R600 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 GSX-R600 | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 GSX-R600 | 5 | 3 |
| 2007 GSX-R600 | 44 | 1 |
| 2006 GSX-R600 | 38 | 1 |
| 2005 GSX-R600 | 5 | 1 |
| 2004 GSX-R600 | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 GSX-R600 | 3 | 0 |
| 2002 GSX-R600 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 GSX-R600 | 2 | 0 |
| 2000 GSX-R600 | 2 | 0 |
| 1999 GSX-R600 | 3 | 1 |
| 1998 GSX-R600 | 1 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600?
Owners most often report steering problems. The top one, steering, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GSX-R600 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.